Tag Archives: perspective

Birth: of Identity

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

Throughout our lifetimes we take on many roles.  Often these roles serve to shape the way we live, from our perspectives, to our emotions, to our values. This is a concept with which I am intimately familiar. Sixteen years ago … Continue reading →

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Birth: Crone Wisdom

Posted on January 16, 2014 by admin

Fifteen months ago, I became a grandmother.  As I watch my daughter nursing her daughter, while yet another hot flash consumes my inner core, there is no denying I am entering the world of the crone.  Crone is a word … Continue reading →

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Birth: When Were You Born?

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

Awhile back, a shaman friend of mine posted an essay questioning the meaning of the phrase “late in life”, and re-framing the definition of age by equating it with the length of time that has passed since experiencing a spiritual … Continue reading →

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Advent (Joy): What Are You Waiting For?

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

 “Everyone is just waiting. Waiting for the fish to bite or waiting for the wind to fly a kite or waiting around for Friday night…” ~ Dr. Seuss; Oh, The Places You’ll Go!  Dr. Seuss makes me smile because he … Continue reading →

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Storehouse: Lion Hunter

Posted on November 22, 2013 by admin

This summer we adopted a pound puppy, about a year old. He’s sweet and goofy. The name “Moose” that he came with fits him well, so we kept it. When people ask what breed he is, my response has been … Continue reading →

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Storehouse: Always Full

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

I have heard that the world is made up of two kinds of people – those who see the glass as half-full, and those who see the glass as half-empty.  Those who see it as half-empty are focusing on lack, … Continue reading →

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Storehouse: How do you get to Carnegie Hall?

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

All faith traditions have their own spiritual practices which serve to afford believers a means to connection with Source or spirit.  Although it certainly can, a practice that we gain spiritual benefit from doesn’t have to be an intricate ritual.  … Continue reading →

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